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February 13, 2025

Navigating the Complexities of International Probate Research

Navigating the complexities of international probate research requires a nuanced understanding of diverse legal systems,…

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February 13, 2025

The Impact of Historical Events on Irish Genealogy

Historical events have profoundly shaped Irish genealogy, often creating obstacles but also providing unique sources…

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February 12, 2025

How Local Authorities Benefit from Probate Research Services

Local authorities across England and Wales frequently encounter cases where individuals pass away without known next of kin. In such instances, councils are responsible for arranging a funeral.

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February 7, 2025

Your Loved Ones May Not Receive What You Intended

When it comes to inheritance, many people assume their assets will automatically pass to their loved ones. However, if you don’t have a valid will in place, your estate could be distributed in ways you never intended.

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Importance of verifying family trees

For many years, Finders Ireland has worked closely with legal firms in Ireland, helping Solicitors to find next of kin when people die intestate and there appears to be no relatives.

September 13, 2023

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From Desolation to Determination: Unveiling Workhouse Records and the Harsh History of Rural and Urban Ireland

Irish workhouse records and rural Ireland’s harsh history are intertwined with the broader social and economic context of Ireland during the 19th century and early 20th century.

August 15, 2023

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Unclaimed estates of Irish born people in the UK

Did you know that unclaimed estates in the UK, worth millions of pounds, are waiting for their rightful Irish-born heirs to claim them? Theses unclaimed estates left by individuals born in Ireland are at risk of becoming property of the Crown if no next of kin steps forward to claim them.

July 28, 2023

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Navigating the New Solicitors Accounts Regulations: How Finders Ireland Can Help

Finders International Ireland is here to help legal professionals in complying with the incoming Solicitors Accounts Regulations.

July 13, 2023

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Maeve Mullin, Director, Finders Ireland tells us why she loves her job

Finders Ireland’s Maeve Mullins featured in the Irish Times in conversation with Joanne Hunt, talking about her job as the organisation’s director and why she loves what she does.

July 13, 2023

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Tracing next of kin for local authorities

Finders International Ireland can trace next of kin, free of charge, for Ireland’s local councils or the Health Service Executive, when someone dies in their care and there is no known next of kin.

June 29, 2023

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Finders International Ireland Win Award for ‘Service Provider to the Legal Profession’ at the Dye & Durham Irish Law Awards 2023

The event took place on Friday 9th June 2023 in the Clayton Hotel in Dublin.

June 13, 2023

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Mayo Solicitors’ Bar Association CPD Webinar

Join the Mayo Solicitors Bar Association and Finders International for a CPD accredited webinar aimed at Irish solicitors and legal professionals working within the Private Client field.

May 19, 2023

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The Challenge with Irish Name Variations

Do you have Irish ancestry in your blood and are you interested in finding out more about that side of your family tree?

April 26, 2023

Heir Hunters

Heir Hunters is a popular BBC1 daytime show featuring Finders International, an heir search firm involved since its launch.

Heir Hunters highlights the expertise of our researchers and representatives through interviews with staff and beneficiaries. If Finders International’s heir hunting team reaches out, it’s always good news and could lead to a significant windfall!

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Irish Hospice Foundation – Our Chosen Charity for 2025

Accuracy in Probate Applications Is Essential – Don’t Get Caught Out!

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Find out how we work with our Solicitors & Legal Professionals

Find out how our City & County Council Services work and how we can help you

Find out how our Pension Companies & Trustees Services work and how we can help you

Find out how our Hospitals & Care Homes Services work and how we can help you

Find out how our Passport & Citizenship Application Research Services work and how we can help you

Find out how our Will Finder Searches Services work and how we can help you

Beneficiary Services

Learn about more about the main categories of Beneficiaries we trace

Resources

Private Client Brochure

Public Sector Brochure

News & Media

Latest Articles

Reuniting Families Across Continents

Irish Hospice Foundation – Our Chosen Charity for 2025

Accuracy in Probate Applications Is Essential – Don’t Get Caught Out!

About Us

News & Media

Navigating the Complexities of International Probate Research

The Impact of Historical Events on Irish Genealogy

How Local Authorities Benefit from Probate Research Services

Your Loved Ones May Not Receive What You Intended

Listen in to the On Heir podcast for exclusive insights into the private client and probate research sectors

This podcast is available on all major streaming services

All News & Media

Importance of verifying family trees

From Desolation to Determination: Unveiling Workhouse Records and the Harsh History of Rural and Urban Ireland

Unclaimed estates of Irish born people in the UK

Navigating the New Solicitors Accounts Regulations: How Finders Ireland Can Help

Maeve Mullin, Director, Finders Ireland tells us why she loves her job

Tracing next of kin for local authorities

Finders International Ireland Win Award for ‘Service Provider to the Legal Profession’ at the Dye & Durham Irish Law Awards 2023

Mayo Solicitors’ Bar Association CPD Webinar

The Challenge with Irish Name Variations

Heir Hunters is a popular BBC1 daytime show featuring Finders International, an heir search firm involved since its launch.

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